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Full time employees receive:

State Retirement with generous company match
11 Paid Holidays Each Year
15 Days of Annual Leave and 15 Days of Sick Leave the First Year
Subsidized Insurance Benefits – We help you pay for your benefits!

To learn more about the competitive and generous benefits provided to all full time employees click here.

To learn more about the vital services we provide to Oklahomans of all ages, please visit https://oklahoma.gov/odmhsas.html.

The Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (ODMHSAS) is the State’s statutory authority responsible for prevention, treatment and recovery from mental illness, substance abuse and addictive disorders. In addition, ODMHSAS provides prevention services at the state and local levels, in partnership with area health providers, schools, law enforcement, veteran’s groups and other community stakeholders.  ODMHSAS manages the state’s behavioral health Medicaid services, and has rule-making responsibility for specific statutory certification processes (certifying approximately 3,300 treatment providers, organizations and individuals, throughout the state).

First Preference / Pre-Announcement: DMHSAS facilities must notify the above listed HR department by the opening date and time listed above if they have employees with a first preference request to return to work on a limited duty release.

Upon a conditional offer of employment, applicants for safety sensitive positions shall be required to submit to urinalysis to test for drugs. Appointment to a safety sensitive position shall be contingent upon a negative drug test result.

This Agency Requires Coverage 24 Hours, 7 Days Per Week. Work Hours and Location May Vary Depending on Business Necessity. Employees May Be Required to Work Weekends and Overtime.

Reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities may be provided upon request.

Utilization Review Coordinator

Norman, OK

Full Time

Griffin Memorial Hospital

Mid Level

About the Position:

Under general supervision, the Clinical Documentation Review Coordinator evaluates clinical documentation to determine the appropriateness of admissions and continued care. This position also manages authorizations and re-certifications for services covered by external payers and supports special studies related to care delivery and treatment effectiveness.

Job Type/Salary:

Job Type: Full-time, Non-Exempt
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Annual Salary: $43,750 ($21.03 per hour)

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree required, plus two (2) years of experience in technical clerical, secretarial, or general office work.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
Preferred: Experience in a mental health setting.

Special Requirements:

Valid driver’s license and the ability to travel as needed for job-related duties.
Must pass pre-employment and pre-placement drug and alcohol screening due to the safety-sensitive nature of this position.

Why Join Us?

Comprehensive Benefits: Generous base salary with a competitive benefits allowance
Health Coverage: Multiple insurance plan options, no pre-existing condition exclusions
Flexible Spending: Healthcare and dependent care FSA options
Time Off:
- 11 paid holidays
- 15 vacation days
- 15 sick days in the first year
Retirement Planning: Employer-matched retirement savings plan
Employee Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Longevity Pay: Bonuses for continued service
Professional Growth: Ongoing training opportunities and CEU support

About us:

Griffin Memorial Hospital (GMH) is the adult treatment center for the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, serving all 77 counties across the state. Located in Norman, GMH specializes in crisis stabilization and residential treatment for individuals with substance abuse, mental health conditions, and trauma-related disorders.

Additional Information:

This facility operates 24/7. Work hours, shifts, and locations may vary based on operational needs.
Weekend and overtime work may be required.
Reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities is available upon request.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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